New Zealand offers residency to Ukranians fleeing war

WELLINGTON - New Zealand on Saturday announced a new pathway to residency for people fleeing the war in Ukraine.

Permanent residency will be available to people who travel to New Zealand on the temporary Special Ukraine Visa before March 15 next year, Immigration Minister Andrew Little said. “Many of those who sought safety here in New Zealand would never have anticipated being here long term, but as war continues we have a humanitarian obligation to provide certainty to them.To maximise accessibility, applicants will not need to sit a language test, have access to suitable funds nor require sponsorship.

More than 1,500 Special Ukraine Visas have so far been granted since the special category was set up last year as part of the government’s response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. AFP

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